What does the 'Power Steering Service' warning mean on the Verano?
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The 'Power Steering Service' warning on the Verano indicates a power steering system malfunction, requiring immediate contact with a 4S dealership or professional repair shop for diagnosis and fault clearance. Common power steering system failures and their causes include abnormal noises during steering and steering gear oil leaks. Abnormal noises during steering: Steering noises typically originate from mechanical components, such as damage to the kingpin and bushing, or failure of the column thrust bearing. During inspection, turn the steering wheel left and right to locate the source of the noise for disassembly and repair. Steering gear oil leaks: Common leak points on the steering gear include the upper cover, side end cover, and the connection at the steering arm pivot. These areas are equipped with seals, and replacing the oil seals and gaskets can resolve the issue. If leaks occur elsewhere, it may indicate the presence of sand holes or cracks in the steering gear. Minor cracks and sand holes can be sealed using Loctite 290 high-permeability sealant.
I experienced the same issue with my Verano. The dashboard displayed a 'Power Steering Service Required' warning, and the steering wheel immediately became extremely heavy, requiring almost full body strength to turn. This typically indicates electronic power steering system failure, possibly due to moisture or looseness in the steering angle sensor, unstable battery voltage preventing motor operation, or poor wiring connections on bumpy roads. That time I immediately drove to the dealership, where technicians diagnosed it as oxidized wiring after computer diagnostics - took half a day to fix. Never ignore this issue - losing power steering on highways is terrifying, as delayed steering response could cause rear-end collisions. Modern cars like the Verano have high electronic integration where minor faults impact safety, so timely maintenance is absolutely crucial.
